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San Mateo Union High School District

Aragon High School

#1 in Best Public High Schools in San Mateo County
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 235 reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A+
  2. Diversity
    A+
  3. Teachers
    A
  4. College Prep
    A+
  5. Clubs & Activities
    B+
  6. Health & Safety
    A
  7. Administration
    A
  8. Sports
    B+
  9. Food
    C-
  10. Resources & Facilities
    B
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Aragon High School is a top rated, public school located in San Mateo, CA. It has 1,473 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 21 to 1. According to state test scores, 59% of students are at least proficient in math and 85% in reading.
Address
900 Alameda de Las Pulgas
San Mateo, CA 94402
Telephone
(650) 558-2999
Website
smuhsd.org

Aragon High School Rankings

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
85%
Percent Proficient - Math
59%
Average Graduation Rate
97%
Average SAT
1280
286 responses
Average ACT
31
78 responses
AP Enrollment
38%
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Living in the Area
A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Cost of Living
    D+
  2. Good for Families
    A
  3. Housing
    C
Area Feel
Urban
Median Household Income
$103,399
National
$55,322
Median Rent
$2,041
National
$949
Median Home Value
$921,700
National
$184,700

Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
A
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
96%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.25 responses
Poll
84%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.25 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 72 responses
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  • Rivalry Sporting Events
    18%
  • Secret Senior Spirit Days
    17%
  • Rallies
    15%
  • Fall musical
    10%
  • Music Department Fall Potluck
    10%
  • Spring play
    7%
  • Band Concerts
    7%

Students

Diversity
A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,473
Free or Reduced Lunch
13%
93%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.27 responses
63%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.27 responses
81%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.27 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$90,897
Teachers in First/Second Year
12.2%
79%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.39 responses
74%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.39 responses
77%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.39 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
B+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$19,260/ year
National
$12,239
89%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.36 responses
56%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.36 responses
78%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.36 responses
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The atmosphere at Aragon is one of competition. You are taught to get good grades rather than to learn. I’ve had a handful of good teachers but most of them have seemed relatively uninterested in helping students grow intellectually and as people. As for the students at Aragon, many are ego driven and self centered individuals. Students act the same and dress the same- if you don’t fit the mold, good luck. Overall Aragon’s main focus is sending kids to college. If that’s what you want, great! If it’s not, it’s shoved down your throat anyways. If you voice this, the community is judgmental and expects you to all of sudden change your mind. The student body is unsupportive, disconnected, and lacks enthusiasm. There is no emphasis on community, values, or integrity outside of acdemics.
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I've been attending Aragon High School since freshmen year and I've loved every year of it. As a freshmen I was scared to reach out to my teachers or even make new friends in fear that I would not be accepted or even judged by different groups or people. But as a senior I can see now how Aragon brings students closer together and works as a whole school to strengthen the love and support that we all have for each other. I've met many great people who I can call friends and even family throughout my 4 years at Aragon and even created special bonds with faculty, teachers, counselors, etc. Overall, I believe Aragon is a great school that cares about the safety, well-being, and involvement of our students through clubs, activities, events, etc. One thing I would change Aragon is to add more events and activities for students and faculty because it helps bring the Aragon community closer and it gives it a more friendly and welcoming environment.
I liked how involved the students and teachers where with each other. In times of need everyone came together and helped with whatever they needed. Couslors where always available to help you and went out of their way to help you. My brother goes there and the teachers always make sure he is on track to success. In times of need the teachers would contact my parents and talk to them when they noticed changes in my brother. Compared to other schools around, Aragon high school is a place I can truly say I was very happy to attend. My brother can say the same thing about his experience so far at this high school.